University of Pennsylvania Athletics

Powell on Materna: “Mark is a diamond in the rough in a group of mid-distance runners that has seen its share of gems over the past few years.  He emerged out of obscurity in only his second season with the Quakers when he broke on the scene during the 2004 Indoors.  He seemed to be recording personal bests each time he set foot on the track and peaked at just the right time when he recorded a surprising third place finish at the Heptagonal Indoor Championships in the mile.  Materna competed sparingly during the outdoor season, but did see some action on various relays.  He is now a veteran leader among his peers and will be looked upon to take it to the next level and challenge for an individual title in his junior year.  Mark is a student in the College of Arts and Sciences.”

Career Best
Event             Mark
Mile                4:12.10

High School: Lettered in cross country, indoor, and outdoor track ... Named 2002 cross country all Conference, All County, and All-State ... 2001 and 2002 indoor and outdoor track All County ... Earned Highest Honors every term.

Personal: Born on June 8, 1984 ... Son of Krystyna and Kevin Materna ... Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences as a history major ... Member of Alpha Phi Theta History Honors Society.